Events Open to the Public
RIC offers numerous events throughout the year for the public to enjoy. Our well-known performing arts program brings music, theatre, and dance performances of the highest quality, and our Bannister Gallery features exhibitions by local, regional and international artists. We also hold conferences, programs, and of course admissions events, intended for the public. For athletics matches please view RIC Athletics' Calendar.
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American College Dance Association - 2025 New England Regional Conference
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- schedule Various times
- room The Nazarian Center for the Performing Arts
The Dance Area at Rhode Island College is pleased to announce that we will be hosting the 2025 ACDA New England Conference!
Rocha Dance Theater's Caution: HOT
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- room Sapinsley Hall, Nazarian Center for the Performing Arts
The opening performance for the 2025 American College Dance Conference New England Festival. Rhode Island College Dance Area in conjunction with the American College Dance Association 2025 New England Conference presents... ROCHA DANCE THEATER's Caution: HOT
Providence Ballet Theatre Presents Hansel and Gretel
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- schedule Various times
- room Sapinsley Hall in the Nazarian Center
Providence Ballet Theatre (PBT) is proud to present Hansel and Gretel, a magical journey into the heart of one of the most beloved stories of all time. Performances on Friday, 3/28/25 at 7:30 pm and Saturday, 3/29/25 at 2 pm .
Mozart's Magical Mystery Tour: A Play-Within-A-Concert
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- room Sapinsley Hall, in the Nazarian Center
Mozart’s Magical Mystery Tour gives the audience a rare chance to be immersed in an engaging multimedia production bringing to life the extraordinary music and fascinating world of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.
The State Ballet of RI Presents Giselle
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- schedule Various times
- room Sapinsley Hall in the Nazarian Center
A timeless love story filled with romance, deception, betrayal, and forgiveness. Performances on Thursday, May 22 and Friday, May 23 at 7 pm.